Injuries that Can Cause Hearing Loss
While the most common causes of hearing loss are advanced age and exposure to loud noises, another possible cause is an injury to the head, neck or ear. In this post, we explore how certain injures can impact your hearing and what the studies show. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) If you suffer from a TBI,…
Is There a Link Between Sun Exposure & Hearing Loss?
What are the causes of hearing loss? Most people would name old age and exposure to loud noises, and they’d be correct. However, there’s another lesser-known cause: excessive sun exposure. We review the link between these two conditions in this post. What the Study Shows A Japanese study published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series…
Three Common Causes of Infant Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is more common in older adults. However, anyone can experience the condition, including infants. Let’s look at a few common causes of infant hearing loss and what signs to look out for as a parent. Genetics Is the Leading Cause of Infant Hearing Loss According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
What Smoke Alarms Work Best for People with Hearing Loss?
Having a working smoke detector in your home makes you much safer and keeps you out of harm’s way. In fact, the National Fire Protection Association reports that your risk of dying falls by 55% when you have a working smoke alarm present. However, if you have hearing loss, a blaring smoke alarm may not…
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What Jobs Put You Most at Risk for Hearing Loss?
Noise-induced hearing loss occurs when the delicate hair cells within your inner ear are damaged from sounds measuring more than 85 decibels (dB). When this occurs at work, it is known as occupational hearing loss. While this type of hearing loss is unfortunately common, it can be prevented. Continue reading to learn more about which…
Is There a Connection Between Hypertension and Hearing Loss?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost half of all adults in the United States have hypertension. Left untreated, hypertension can lead to a variety of health problems, including hearing loss. High Blood Pressure Can Damage Hearing A 2013 study found that high blood pressure can accelerate age-related hearing loss in…
Can Hearing Loss Be Temporary?
In many cases, hearing loss is gradual, progressive and permanent. However, there are times when hearing loss is temporary and can be reversed. A Word of Caution on Sudden Hearing Loss If hearing loss comes on suddenly, visit a medical professional right away. You may have inflammation in the ear that needs to be treated…
Habits You Should Quit for Your Hearing Health
Everyone has bad habits, but are yours harming your hearing health? It turns out, it’s not just aging and noise exposure that can damage your hearing, so can drinking, smoking and vaping. We review how these habits contribute to hearing loss below. Heavy Drinking Heavy drinking damages the auditory cortex within the brain, which affects…
Does Hearing Loss Contribute to Cognitive Decline?
Hearing loss doesn’t just affect the way you perceive sound. It can negatively impact your health in multiple ways. There is evidence to suggest that hearing loss is associated with a greater risk of cognitive decline. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that older adults with hearing loss had a 24% increased risk…